In this paper, I will be comparing two vases: Harvester’s Vase, and Geometric Krater. These two pieces, while fundamentally similar, are quite different. These two vases show the differences between civilizations, art styles, day to day life, and importance. They also show the similarities and shared art techniques and traits that were passed through generations and cultures. Even though the vases are different, they have a shared emphasis/main idea of people. Harvester’s Vase is from Hagia Triada (Crete), Greece; circa 1500 BCE. This is a relief sculpture that depicts singing harvesters after a hard day’s work. Even without being told, it’s easy to tell who the leader of the group is. He seems to be singing with gusto. This is one of the